Amidst the wild beauty of Islay, the rough seas and winds of the Hebrides, Bowmore has been handcrafted since 1779. In the legendary "No. 1 Vault", the old stone vault on the edge of Loch Indaal, the magical character of Islay and centuries-old traditions combine to create a single malt whisky with complex balance, mild Islay smokiness, maritime minerality and a wealth of fresh stone fruit flavours. The Vintner's Trilogy is a grape-inspired range that gives Bowmore a character of the finest ex-wine, port and sherry casks. An initial 13 years of maturation in ex-bourbon, is followed by a further 13 years of maturation in barrique casks, creating a perfect balance of tropical fruit, spicy oak flavours and dark chocolate. Tasting notes:Colour: Dark mahogany. Nose: Fruity, cherries, smoky cocoa. Taste: Smoky, sweet, cherry pie, cocoa, tropical fruit, honey. Finish: Long lasting, slightly salty.